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Barefoot Contessa Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe

Barefoot Contessa Sirloin Tip Roast

Sirloin Tip Roast is a lean cut of beef taken from the hindquarters, known for its robust flavor and tenderness when cooked properly. Ina Garten’s recipe enhances this cut with simple seasonings and slow roasting for a juicy and perfectly cooked roast.

Ingredients

  • Sirloin tip roast: 3–4 pounds
  • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Kosher salt: 2 teaspoons
  • Black pepper: 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic cloves: 4, minced
  • Fresh rosemary: 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Fresh thyme: 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Onion: 1 large, quartered
  • Carrots: 2 large, cut into chunks
  • Beef broth or red wine: 1/2 cup (optional, for pan sauce)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2: Prepare the roast

  • Pat the sirloin tip roast dry with paper towels. Rub it all over with olive oil, then season generously with kosher salt and black pepper.

Step 3: Make the herb and garlic rub

  • In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme. Rub the mixture evenly over the surface of the roast.

Step 4: Arrange vegetables and roast

  • Place the quartered onion and carrots in the bottom of a roasting pan. Set the seasoned roast on top of the vegetables.

Step 5: Roast the beef

  • Transfer the roasting pan to the oven. Cook for about 20 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for medium. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.

Step 6: Rest the roast

  • Remove the roast from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board. Tent it loosely with aluminum foil and let it rest for 15–20 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 7: Optional pan sauce

  • If desired, place the roasting pan on the stovetop over medium heat. Add beef broth or red wine and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for a few minutes to reduce and serve as a sauce.

Step 8: Slice and serve

  • Slice the roast against the grain into thin slices. Serve with the roasted vegetables and pan sauce, if using.